NCJ Number
233744
Journal
Journal of Forensic Psychology Practice Volume: 11 Issue: 1 Dated: January-February 2011 Pages: 1-20
Date Published
February 2011
Length
20 pages
Annotation
This article explores the ethical issues involved when offering court-ordered outpatient psychotherapy (COT) to juvenile offenders.
Abstract
Court-ordered outpatient psychotherapy (COT) for juvenile offenders is a complex practice area. Given the legal classification of juveniles as minors, children and adolescents are considered a vulnerable population; it is the responsibility of mental health professionals to advocate for their best interest. However, there have been few explorations of the ethical issues involved for those who wish to practice with this population. The authors explore the unique ethical considerations involved when offering COT to juvenile offenders and offer guidelines to assist practitioners in exploring and addressing these ethical issues. (Published Abstract) References